Natalya Fikhman is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Sherman Oaks, CA, holding a Series 66 license and bringing 23 years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2009. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer providing advisory programs to both individual and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning and managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm’s financial planning process uses structured discovery and proprietary tools, emphasizing advisory services without individual security recommendations as part of standalone plans.

Derek Mitsuuchi is a financial advisor at Cetera with four years of industry experience and holds the Series 66 designation. He previously worked at Avantax Investment Services and Avantax Advisory Services, and he also assists with wealth management tasks at Lazar and Company Certified Public Accountants. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving a diverse client base that includes individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform with access to affiliated and third-party managers and various program structures.

Sharif Ahmed is a financial advisor with LPL Financial who holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has nine years of industry experience. He has worked at various firms, including LOGIX Federal Credit Union and Kinecta Federal Credit Union. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolios, and institutional platforms, supported by a large network of investment adviser representatives.

Linda Mead is a Financial Solutions Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In her role, she works closely with clients to understand their financial priorities and develop strategies to pursue their short-, mid-, and long-term goals. She provides guidance in areas such as investing, retirement planning, and emergency savings while connecting clients with Bank of America specialists for additional banking, credit, home financing, and small business services. Mead brings expertise in a comprehensive approach to financial planning, focusing on aligning strategies with what matters most to her clients and their families. She holds a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Southern California.

Fadwa Dahhan is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Woodland Hills, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 27 years of industry experience. She has been with LPL Financial since 1998. Outside of her advisory role, she has worked as a travel agent with America Travel Companies. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a variety of financial planning and investment management services, utilizing model portfolios, third-party subadvisors, and customized strategies across discretionary and non-discretionary accounts.

Richard Christensen III is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors in Westlake Village, CA, holding Series 65 and Series 66 licenses and having 18 years of industry experience. He has worked within various Wells Fargo entities since 2011. Christensen is a partial owner of Westlake Private Wealth Management, where he is actively involved in financial services. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network serves individuals, trusts, and institutional clients, offering a broad range of investment and fee-based financial planning services tailored to clients meeting certain net-worth thresholds. The firm combines advisory services with other financial products and referral channels, providing a comprehensive financial solution.

James Losey Jr. is a financial advisor at Osaic Wealth, Inc. with 35 years of industry experience. He holds the CFP® designation as well as Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. Prior to joining Osaic Wealth in 2023, Mr. Losey spent 26 years with Royal Alliance Associates, Inc. and has maintained a relationship with New York Life Insurance Company since 1990. Outside of financial advisory work, he owns a company that markets and manages executive suite office leases. Osaic Wealth, Inc. serves a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth investors, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm provides integrated brokerage and investment advisory services, employing a broad range of asset-allocation tools, portfolio management options, and access to multiple third-party money managers and platforms.

Matt Tucker is the Vice President, Wealth Planner at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he collaborates with clients and their families to develop financial plans aimed at achieving their objectives and improving their financial situations. He emphasizes a collaborative approach to build ongoing relationships focused on financial independence. Matt has accumulated extensive experience in the financial services industry, having held several positions at Fidelity Investments since 2012, including Financial Consultant, Portfolio Specialist, Client Management Representative, Retirement Solutions Representative, Investment Solutions Representative, and Service Trader. He also served as Vice President Financial Consultant at Charles Schwab from 2018 to 2019 and worked as a Title Specialist at FSU Credit Union from 2010 to 2012. He holds a California Insurance License, supporting his work in providing financial and insurance solutions to clients.

Blazy Aldana is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab, holding a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. Her work history includes roles at Charles Schwab Bank, SSB, Charles Schwab & Co., Inc., Wells Fargo, and Citi Bank. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base, primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals, through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services. The firm offers both non-discretionary and discretionary investment options, supported by centralized custody and comprehensive operational infrastructure.

Albert Adam III is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors in Westlake Village, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 46 years of industry experience. He has worked within Wells Fargo and its related entities since 2009. Adam serves as the mayor of Thousand Oaks, CA, and has been a member of the Thousand Oaks City Council since 2018, participating in finance and planning committees. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser affiliated with Wells Fargo, providing investment and financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of planning services tailored to clients who meet net-worth thresholds, using proprietary research and tools to develop recommendations delivered through meetings and client summaries.

Steve Malouf is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in Westlake Village, CA, holding a Series 63 designation and 38 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley and its affiliates since 2009, including a role at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individuals and institutional clients, providing a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and modeling techniques. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers services directly and through corporate agreements.

Elizabeth Gettinger is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley, holding a Series 66 designation and 16 years of industry experience. She has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2015 and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2010. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs and financial planning services. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process supported by firm-approved tools and models.

Jonathan Israel is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates in Woodland Hills, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 19 years of industry experience. He previously worked at UBS Financial Services Inc. for 14 years before joining Raymond James in 2025. Raymond James & Associates is a large broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base, including individuals, institutions, and municipal entities, offering financial planning and advisory services with a range of portfolio management styles and affiliated research options.

Bradley Newman is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 30 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Merrill and UBS Financial Services. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved in investment-related business activities, including ownership of B L Newman, Inc. and a partial ownership interest in Duncan-Newman Associates LLC. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network provides investment and financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients, using Wells Fargo’s research and planning tools to develop tailored recommendations. The firm offers a broad range of planning services to clients who meet certain net-worth criteria, covering areas such as retirement, education, risk, and business-owner transition planning.

Leah Weiss is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding a Series 66 designation and beginning her industry career in 2026. Her prior experience includes roles at Rimrock Capital Management and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. She has also been involved with educational institutions such as St. Margaret's Episcopal School and the University of California. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services mainly to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applying an ESG eligibility framework when recommending strategies.

Robert Kernochan is a financial advisor at LPL Financial in Westlake Village, CA, holding a Series 66 credential with 17 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Lincoln Financial Advisors and operated Kernochan & Associates, where he provides tax preparation and accounting services as an enrolled agent. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers diverse advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning and access to third-party asset management, supported by technology tools and a broad range of affiliated financial products.

Robert Arshagouni is a financial advisor with Cetera who holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has 27 years of industry experience. He is co-partner at Jackson & Arshagouni, a tax and accounting firm, and serves as president of the Marilyn Arshagouni Scholarship Fund, which administers scholarship awards. He also holds leadership roles in a youth soccer volunteer organization and is CFO of a manufacturing business. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving a diverse client base, including individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and access to third-party money managers across various program structures.

Renee Mollinedo Nelsen is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with eight years of industry experience. She has been with Ameriprise Financial Services since 2015, serving clients from Woodland Hills, CA. Ameriprise Financial Services is a large, diversified advisory firm that serves both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a specialized Premier Retirement Income service that provides written recommendation reports and ongoing retirement-income planning advice focused on reliable income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Christa Redman is a financial advisor with Ameriprise Financial Services, holding a Series 66 designation and 11 years of industry experience. She has been with Ameriprise since 2018, previously working at Merrill from 2013 to 2016. Ameriprise Financial Services is a diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering a specialized Premier Retirement Income service focused on retirement-income planning. The firm provides written Recommendation Reports and ongoing advice, using proprietary research and algorithmic tools to address income strategies including asset allocation and Social Security options.

Natalie Krouth is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities, holding a Series 66 credential and three years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Comerica Bank and City National Bank. Outside of her advisory work, she is involved in real estate investing through her personal DBA, Nk Ventures. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, offering asset-allocation advice, manager searches, and customized performance reporting through a model that integrates quantitative asset-allocation and centralized due diligence with an ESG eligibility framework.